Stratford, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Gloucester County County
Stratford, NJ
At a Glance
How Stratford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stratford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stratford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stratford residents earn a median household income of $100,735 , which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,289. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,389 business establishments, including 585 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stratford is $238,200 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $350,630. Median rent is $1,172/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Stratford reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,215/100K.
Education
32.5% of adults in Stratford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stratford has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.